• 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 41.0 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 50,000
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 45.0 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Leica M10-R advantages over Canon R5 C

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 6.58 vs 4.39 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Thinner
    38 mm vs 111 mm
    Thinner
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    960 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Canon R5 C advantages over Leica M10-R

  • Less expensive
    $4499 vs $8295 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    No vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    3 years vs 4 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • More dots on screen
    2100k vs 1037k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 50000 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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The Competition

Compared to Leica M-D (Typ 262)

Leica M10-R
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Rear display
  • Focus peaking
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
Canon R5 C
Leica M-D (Typ 262)
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $5995
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compared to Leica M10

Leica M10-R
Leica M10
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Touchscreen
  • Newer
  • $7995
  • 35mm
Canon R5 C
Leica M10
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $7995
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner

Compared to Leica SL2

Leica M10-R
Leica SL2
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight
  • $5222
  • 35mm
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
Canon R5 C
Leica SL2
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $5222
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite

Compared to Canon R5

Leica M10-R
Canon R5
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Canon R5 C
Canon R5
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • Newer
  • $3349
  • 35mm

Compared to Nikon Z7 II

Leica M10-R
Nikon Z7 II
  • $8295
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Thinner
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
Canon R5 C
Nikon Z7 II
  • $4499
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $2330
  • 35mm
  • Thinner
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
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